KiteGlobeChe Shale
Che Shale is a kiteboarding spot near Malindi, Mombasa in Kenya, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, SE wind, best ridden in June, July, August.
| Country | Kenya |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Malindi, Mombasa |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, SE |
| Wind type | Trade |
| Best months | June, July, August |
| Coordinates | -3.0840, 40.1576 |
About Che Shale
Waves: center bay: 1-3m (June to September). South point: 1-2m (June to September). Reef: not possible to ride on low tides. But still room to ride elsewhere. As the area has a reef the water tends to be fairly flat. Tide is not really an issue as their isn't much of it. Kiting is always possible but in spring tides it gets very shallow. Nice wave riding on hight tide near the beach and on low tide at the reef.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Che Shale?
The best time to kite Che Shale is June, July, August, when the NE, SE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Che Shale offers open ocean conditions with NE, SE wind (Trade wind), launching from ocean.
How do I get to Che Shale?
Turn left out of Malindi airport. Follow road to the roundabout take the left road, pass Mousk. Follow that road till the end and turn left at T-junction. Follow this road for about half an hour and follow signs to Che Shale.
Hazards at Che Shale
Reefs.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.